Today's guest is Albert Payaro Llisterri, co-founder of Urban Oasis, Vertical Farming Tech Startup from Sweden. He studied Material Engineering and lived in different countries till he started his entrepreneurial journey in 2017. We will talk about what vertical farming is, what are the chances but also the limitations and how tech can accelerate the whole industry.

As global temperatures climb, we’re seeing a direct impact on labor productivity and GDP, especially in agriculture and industries reliant on outdoor work. Heatwaves can reduce crop yields, disrupt labor, and cause significant economic losses. However, vertical farming offers a climate-resilient solution, providing controlled indoor environments for food production, independent of external temperature fluctuations.

We’ll discuss how vertical farming can help mitigate the negative effects of extreme weather on food security and local economies, offering a more consistent food supply even during heatwaves. Yet, it’s not without its own challenges. The energy consumption required to run these systems, especially as air conditioning use grows, presents its own sustainability questions. How can vertical farming balance energy needs with environmental impact?

With heatwaves intensifying, adaptation becomes critical. Vertical farming is positioned as a strategic adaptation that reduces reliance on traditional agriculture, while also offering a more sustainable long-term solution to food production. In a world where climate change threatens economic stability, vertical farming provides a potential path forward to resilient urban agriculture.

Join us as we discuss the opportunities and challenges that vertical farming presents in the context of rising global temperatures and the economic impacts of heatwaves on productivity. Tune in to understand how this innovative approach could shape the future of food, business, and sustainability in the face of climate change.